life changing moments.....love 'em

i love those life changing moments that are feel good moments.
the other kind are good, but they take a little longer to appreciate.
yesterday, i was able to watch lots of people reach their goals as they ran across the finish line for the salt lake city half marathon and marathon.
watching them creates almost a spiritual experience because i know how they feel crossing that finish line and thinking..."i did it!".....and it touches my heart.
it does bring tears to my eyes; makes me want to do something that hard to have those feelings and know, once again, that it is possible to accomplish that goal or dream!
ashley's roommate, hilary collins, ran the marathon yesterday.
she is an awesome runner, and wow she is an inspiration to watch!
she missed the boston marathon qualifier by 18 seconds, but i know that this time will not stop her from trying again or working hard for another goal.....that is why.....
she has made it onto my "hall of famers" list.
way to go, hil!

now, ashley has already made it onto my "hall of famers" list.
for those of you who know her know why i would say that.
if you don't know her, here is why......
she has high standards
she has a strong testimony of the scriptures and the gospel
she is mindful of others needs - compassionate
she is smart
she is funny
she loves life
she gets why she is here on earth
she knows her father in heaven and jesus christ
she is a great example of living the gospel
she teaches me and others
she is full of life
she is creative
she has lots of talents
she can laugh at life
she is a true friend
oh, the list can go on forever!
do i sound like a proud mom?! okay, so i am....sue me

thank you girls for showing me how a "hall of famer" lives!
love ya!